CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2008 Mazda CX-7 has numerous reports filed with the NHTSA about engine & A/C problems, continuing these defect trends from the 2007 model year.
Owners report problems with the 2008 CX-7's Variable Valve Timing (VVT) & timing chain failing, causing major damage to the engine — Mazda uses an interference design so typically the valves are bent & the entire engine needs to be replaced. Mazda dealers typically quote $9,000 for an engine replacement.
There is also a trend of the turbo failing at low mileage.
Finally for the 2008 CX-7 there is a clear pattern of A/C compressor failure at relatively low mileage. Owners report smoke & occasionally the serpentine belt catches fire when the A/C compressor clutch seizes while driving. Mazda extended the A/C warranty to 60,000 miles, however many owners report their A/C compressor failed very soon after the 60k mark.
In 2011, Mazda began a "Special Service Program" that extended the warranty to 7 years/70,000 miles covering turbocharger oil leaks & excessive timing chain noise — an early sign of timing chain failure. However coverage under the program requires perfect documentation of all required maintenance with other stipulations. Buyer beware.
10.0
really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
28,553 miles
About These NHTSA Complaints:
This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.
The contact owns a 2008 Mazda Cx-7. the contact recieved notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V356000 (air bags). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 Mazda Cx-7. the contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V356000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. Updated 01/06/2017 consumer stated the recall on the airbag in my car could take 6 to 8 months. Airbag has been installed. Updated 6/26/18
The contact owns a 2008 Mazda Cx-7. the contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 16V356000 (air bags) and 16V593000 (suspension). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. Updated 12/21/16 updated 12/27/16.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 Mazda Cx-7. the contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 16V356000 (air bags) and 16V593000 (suspension) however, the part to do the repairs were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 Mazda Cx-7. while driving various speeds and also while in park, the air bag warning indicator illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 16V356000 (air bags); however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The failure mileage was 94,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
- Quincy, MA, USA
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Takata recall lack of replacement parts prohibits use passenger seats until parts are available. This places an undue burden on vehicle owners and limits the passenger carrying capacity under which the vehicle was sold. Going against this mandate impacts terms of vehicle insurance policy. Mazda or takata must pay for leaner vehicle equal to the ones impacted by this recall.
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 Mazda Cx-7. the contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V356000 (air bags); however, the part was unavailable to perform the repair. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2008 Mazda Cx-7. the contact received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign numbers: 15V345000 (air bags) and 15V382000 (air bags). The part needed was unavailable to perform the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Passenger airbag light comes on when the ignition is turned on and stays on..indicator stays on whether a passenger is on the seat or not..this can last for several days and eventually disappears..this has happen two or three times..I bought the car 4 months ago.
The contact owns a 2008 Mazda CX7. While driving at approximately 50 mph, the air bag light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership to routine maintenance and the dealer turned off the light at that time. The contact then stated that the air bag light illuminated again and the vehicle was taken back to the dealership where the contact was informed that the failure was caused by a loose connection pin. The air bag light illuminated again and the contact had an appointment with the dealer at the time of the complaint. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000. The current mileage was approximately 46,000.
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- Victoria, VA, USA